This place was on my list of things to see. I almost reconsidered due to be a guided tour at 6:45…read morepm, from Wednesday through Sunday. It is hard to fit on a road trip plan. We got to Rocksprings around 4pm and hang out at a very cute coffeehouse until they closed at 5. I am very glad we did wait and checkout this unique place. Andrew and Dennis were our guides. They were very knowledgeable and friendly. They have been volunteers for over 20 years and went above and beyond to make our experience special. It warms my heart their dedication to this special place. There was only one more person in our group. We drove our cars after watching a video at the visitor center. We saw thousands of Mexican free tailed bats and also a couple of owls living in the sinkhole with their babies.

Devil's Sinkhole is a great place to watch the Mexican free-tailed bats leave their cavern for the…read morenight in search of food. You must schedule a reservation prior to going to the natural area that is closed to the public. You meet at the visitor center in Rocksprings before driving about 15 minutes outside of town to the actual site. Your guide talks about the cavern and the bats and you watch a video before heading to watch the bats come out. The evening bat tours are offered May 1- Oct. 31 as the bats migrate to Mexico for the colder months. The cavern is 320ft in diameter and gets to a depth of 350ft. It is one of the largest bat colonies in Texas.

I stopped by South Llano State Park on a roadtrip I took last year. What drew me to this park was…read morethe promise of enjoying the clear water in the river. When I went, it was near the end of day, but the park rangers still admitted me in as the park's gate doesn't close until 10pm. There didn't seem to be many people that day, though I believe it was because I went in the middle of July in very warm temps. However, I was rewarded by the cold and refreshing South Llano River which I enjoyed mostly by myself. Standing in the river near the shore, small fish came up to my feet and ankles and started feeding off of my dead skin. It felt like I was getting a pedicure, except in a natural environment. There were a few places to access the river and plenty of parking around. I saw that they had several miles of trails to explore though I didn't get the chance to hike any of them. It is important to consider that the park is susceptible to flooding as its on low ground, so time your visit accordingly. Personally, I really enjoyed this park and I hope to be able to return during the cooler months to see stars in the dark sky!

This is one of my top three favorite state parks because it was so quiet which allowed for full…read morerelaxation. The trails are well kept and I appreciated being able to do some birdwatching because they have designated areas for this. Additionally the river adds another perk to the park, you can go tubing, fishing, swim, etc. As far as the staff members, overall everybody was nice during check-in but on the night that there was a cold front and hail storm I was seeking help and no one was to be found. The hosts were off duty, the ranger we asked for help at the front that was sitting in his truck was dismissive, and the operator didn't answer. The good thing was that the park is about 15 minutes from the nearby town so I was able to get help there but in a case of emergency, I think somebody should be accessible. Overall, I really love the park. The sites good but beware of the cacti! Depending on which site you select, you may have more or less room for tents in the grassy area. I recommended the sites in the 40s for larger groups. Go to the observatory if you can, the hike is worth the beautiful view! Oh also there's plethora of animals! On this trip I saw deer, a roadrunner, a hog, armadillos, canaries, and hummingbirds.

I really enjoy historical monuments. And this davey crockett monument Is a fine remembrance to a…read morefallen hero of the Alamo. It is definitely a Must see If you come to Ozona . Ozona has some rich history. So be sure and take a little time to enjoy that history and explore around the local town square And if you have time the museum is across the street. Enjoy ozona

Great setting in the park. Ozona is a terrific town, wish I could have spent more time there. The…read morelocation is incorrect, it is east of Yelp location. The other statue was also nice. Squirrels entertained me.

I loved lost maples, it is a beautiful state park/natural area. I went for the first time in…read moreNovember with my mom hoping to catch some foliage and we definitely did see plenty both on the way and at the park! The trail isn't too hard; I did the east loop going clockwise since the volunteers told me there was probably a little better foliage along this loop than the west loop. I was able to do the whole thing and return to where I started in a little under 2 hours. It was a relatively warm day; I was grateful i bought my personal fan when going up the steep part because I was definitely starting to sweat! After that though it was mostly flat and then back downhill so no issues with getting hot. I got several lovely photos along the way and was certainly reminded how gorgeous and colorful Texas can be! Only note: be sure to make a timed entry reservation if you go during the peak season (fall) because it absolutely sells out! I tried going with a friend last year and we didn't have a res and we were turned away - we ended up going to Garner state park which is also gorgeous and fun, about 30 mins drive away from lost maples. This year we got entry for the 11a-1p entry time, and by the week or so prior to going, everything was sold out for that Saturday we were going. So bear that in mind!

Park office staff very helpful. We went late Feb and parking was fine but I hear the horror stories…read moreregarding parking in the fall and can see why. VERY limited parking for busier times.

This is a passive park at the center of the town of Eden, which itself is almost the center of the…read morestate of Texas. The park has a few historical markers and memorials as well as a pretty gazebo / band stage. I would have to imagine that it's seen its share of farmer's markets and local festivals. The park is named after Eden native James Earl Rudder (1910-1970) who was a US Army major general. As a lieutenant colonel, he commanded the historic Pointe du Hoc battle during the Invasion of Normandy. He also commanded the US troops at the Battle of the Hürtgen Forest, and led a series of delaying actions and ambushes during the Battle of the Bulge. There is street parking all around the park. [Review 17410 overall - 424 in Texas - 928 of 2022.]

Easily one of the nicest playgrounds we've been to…read more We're on a journey from San Antonio to Colorado Springs via Santa Fe with an 11 month old and a 3 year old. We plan stops every 3ish hours. Kid's Kingdom was one such stop. Obviously I peeped the pics ahead of time, so I was expecting a pretty nice large play area.. but we all know pics can be deceiving. Not here. The mulch, grass, fences, and equipment are all really well maintained. The picnic area and trash cans are kept clean. It's right across from the San Angelo River walk (which is really pretty, but we didn't check it out). There's a little body weight type of work out spot just a few feet away under the bridge, and plenty of benches or spots to sit on all throughout the equipment. My personal favorite thing about the playground was the tandem baby swing. My youngest loves swinging, but she gets a real quick when I get to do it with her! My oldest got a kick out of the huge sandbox (I didn't so much) Down sides? Even though there are a few covered spots sprinkled throughout the equipment, and a little shade from the surrounding trees, most of the playground gets direct sunlight. It's summer time in TX, so it was a cool 98-100 degrees while we were there. Some canopies would've made a huge difference! Also, even though the outhouse style (although flushable) toilets were kept generally clean, the smell of sewage was pretty severe when you got close. Yuck. Overall, though, great playground!

Small kids park off the road. Made of wood with tons of labrythin slides, monkeybars, climbing and…read moremore. In the shade even at mud day. Restrooms are not that far from the playground. They have a tot section for smaller kids. It was well kept when we went, no trash or graffiti. Picnic tables right outside the playground with plenty of parking.

Love the river walk. Good trees, nice and covered. Feels safe. There are lighted paths. Clean walk…read moreways and people fishing.

Probably the last day to walk along the Concho without bursting into flames before Texas Summer…read moreArrives. Bars along the way offer AC

Kids always had a great time Beautiful setting ! Clean . Lots to see and do always nice people …read more Clean camps , lofts and tons of excitement .

The first time Thing One came to this camp, he lasted less than two days here. This wasn't because…read morehe was homesick nor because he hadn't been to any camp before. This was because this camp and staff (in my experience) deal poorly with those with mental health issues. Thing One has Asperger's Syndrome and has difficulty making new friends, and has social issues in environments where bullying is prevalent. During Thing One's only stay at this camp, he was bullied by other campers and became distant and disenchanted with the staff here. The director of this camp called me and asked me to retrieve Thing One via a voicemail. My frustration with Thing One's experience here stems from the manner in which the situation was handled. My son was asked to leave, but the children who bullied him were allowed to stay for the remainder of the camp session. Thing Two has come here for the past two summers and has had a mediocre experience here at best. While she is pleased with her counselors she has gotten, she is less pleased with the vernacular and behavior of the children who attend the camp (e.g., lots of cursing and not following the word of Christ). While the camp staff can't control what occurs in one's home outside of the camp, they can certainly control how the children behave when at camp. Each review of this establishment will be unique to those who attend this camp/retreat. Overall, my children's experiences have been less than stellar here. If anyone intends to send their child here, it is advisable that they carefully review the policies of the camp. Further, if the child being sent here suffers from anxiety or other mental health issues, this may not be the best place to send this type of camper because of the staff's inability to work with youth who fit into this category. Other camp attributes No technology is allowed during the camp session. There is no cell service here as the camp is remote. Campers must bring their own Bible for devotional. Digital camper mail may be purchased for a camper at an additional cost (aside from camp fees). As the camp is remote and the terrain is rough, it is advisable to use a truck or SUV to transport campers to the camp site.

Love this place. Price is crazy low. 8$ for two of us. Drive for us was 2 hrs but the drive was…read morebeautiful. The gentleman that greeted us was very informative and friendly. We were able to have our dog with us on a leash as long as we picked up after him. He of course couldn't go in any buildings and they stressed not to tie him to anything. Easy. It was a great walk with lots of information posts. The buildings you get to go into a such a great look into the past. Easily would go back here. We took it easy and it took about 1 1/2 hrs and could have spent longer but we were right at closing time. That said they did not rush us out.

Really enjoyed this park. Ok, not a park - "Historic Site". That's semantics in my book. Or…read moreactually another way to pay since my annual Park Pass doesn't work. No big deal. At $4 to visit, you will spend more on gas to get there. Most of the fort is still around in one form or another. Original, decayed buildings. Restored and refurnished. Rebuilt in situ. All lend to show what it used to look like. If this were closer, it would be MUCH more popular. It really was a gem and worth a visit if you haven't seen one of the frontier forts. It really was only a short time in use during the Texas history, but boy do we still revel in those times. Here's a way to get back in touch how it really looked.

The park was mellow, not many scenic views but that's u understandable for the area. The lake was a…read moretad on the small side, I was looking for more of a scenic area but the sights were on the dry side.

I love this place.. I'm fairly new to San Angelo and was looking for something off the beaten path…read morebut close to home.. I'm so glad I found this gem